INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR DFSP MANAGEMENT, INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCEMENT, AND UNDERUTILIZED LAND AND RESOURCES; DFSP Naval Station Mayport (Air Operations), Mayport, FL
Overview
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Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), on behalf of the U.S. Navy, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking innovative, cost-effective solutions for managing Defense Fuel Support Points (DFSPs), enhancing bulk fuels infrastructure, and leveraging underutilized land and resources. This RFI is for planning purposes only, issued under 10 U.S.C. § 2667 (out lease authority). Responses are due by May 29, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. local Fort Belvoir, VA time.
Purpose & Scope
The Navy aims to identify creative approaches to enhance government fuel facilities, reduce long-term sustainment costs, and improve operational readiness. This includes exploring partnerships with private-sector entities to utilize underutilized land, infrastructure, petroleum fuel facilities, piers, and access points. While the title mentions Naval Station Mayport, the area of consideration includes all Navy CONUS locations.
Key objectives of this RFI are to gather information on:
- Leveraging underutilized assets for DFSP management and infrastructure improvements.
- Implementing innovative technologies and methodologies.
- Understanding potential cost savings, operational benefits, risks, and challenges.
- Industry best practices and scalability for other Navy DFSPs.
Key Areas of Interest
The Navy is interested in concepts covering:
- Potential Business Partnerships integrating DFSP modernization with optimization of underutilized land and infrastructure.
- Private Sector Investment Capabilities to improve infrastructure and create economic opportunities.
- Environmental Considerations for responsible implementation.
- Operational Concepts to meet Navy requirements for military and Joint Forces.
- Security Requirements ensuring compliance while enhancing accessibility.
- Benefits to the Navy Installation including operational effectiveness, cost efficiency, and quality of life.
- Facility Assessments benchmarking against UFC 3-460-01, API, and industry standards.
- Revenue Sharing Agreements for reinvestment into DFSP facilities.
Information Requested
Respondents should provide:
- Company information (profile, size, CAGE, DUNS).
- A detailed Proposed Concept for utilizing underutilized land with DFSP modernization, including innovative technologies and expected impact.
- Assessment of Operational Benefits, implementation plan, and risk assessment.
- Relevant Experience with similar technologies/solutions, including past performance details.
- Scalability, adaptability, and cybersecurity posture of proposed solutions.
- Benefits to the Navy installation and experience with government partnerships.
- Proposed agreement structure (e.g., long-term lease, conveyance).
- Assessment of current governing regulations and legal authorities, with recommendations for revisions.
Timeline & Contacts
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 3:00 p.m. local Fort Belvoir, VA time.
- Submission Contact: Careka Squire, DLA Energy, careka.squire@dla.mil.
- Technical Questions: Captain Anas Maazouzi, US. Navy, Navy Petroleum Office, Anas.Maazouzi@dla.mil.
- Workshop/Q&A: A dedicated workshop and Q&A session will be held during the DLA Energy Worldwide Symposium on April 21, 2026, from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency – Crystal City (Fairfax Room), Arlington, VA. Attendees must register on-site.
Important Note
This is an RFI for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment to issue a solicitation. The Government will not pay for information submitted.